MII Annual Conference: Beyond The Agreement To Mediate
Booking is now open for the MII Annual Conference on the 3rd and 4th of October in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood, Santry, Dublin 9.
We’re honoured to announce that the conference will be opened by the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan
This year’s theme is ‘Beyond the Agreement to Mediate’, as we consider the intricacies and skills required after the parties have agreed to attend mediation. All of our speakers have been asked to share insights that will be of value to all mediators, so that delegates will gain knowledge from every session that may be applied by them in which ever sector they operate.
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Keynote Speakers
Friday 3rd October
The Hon Ms Justice Marguerite Bolger, Judge of the High Court
Kilkenny-born Marguerite Bolger is an Irish judge and lawyer who has served as a Judge of the High Court since January 2022. She previously practiced as a barrister, where she specialised in employment law. She was called to the Irish bar in 1993, and became a senior counsel in 2009. She primarily practiced in the area of employment law. She has appeared in cases before the Supreme Court of Ireland and the European Court of Justice. Her clients included both employees and employers, including RTÉ, the Irish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, An Post, Cork City F.C., and the Central Bank of Ireland.
Saturday 4th October
This year, we are honoured to welcome Dr. Brian Pennie as our keynote speaker. Brian is a former heroin addict turned doctor who is on a mission to show people that change is possible. Since embracing his second chance at life in 2013, he has become a doctor of neuroscience and psychology, a consultant to some of the world’s largest organisations, a lecturer at Trinity College Dublin, an author, a TV presenter, and the founder of Change is Possible — www.brianpennie.com.
See the full line-up of speakers on: https://www.themii.ie/mii-annual-conference-2025/
Are you New to Mediation or the MII?
We’re excited to introduce a dedicated networking event for new mediators on the morning of the conference, plus a Friday afternoon session tailored for those early in their journey.
It’s the perfect chance to:
- Connect and buddy up with fellow new members
- Meet experienced mediators and expand your network
- Get tips on how to make the most of your conference experience
- Learn how to maximise your MII membership throughout the year
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New Format: Drinks & Awards Reception
We’re changing things up this year. After the talks wrap up on Friday from 5:00–7:00pm, we’ll host a Drinks & Awards reception for all conference attendees — replacing the traditional gala dinner. It’s a chance to celebrate the best of the MII and connect with peers over a drink.
Everyone is welcome — come as you are and join us.
After the reception, the hotel bar will offer a walk-in dinner menu until 9:30pm for anyone who wishes to continue their chats over dinner. Full conference programme will be available soon.
Updates to our agenda will be posted on our Conference webpage so please check in for updates.
